Stock markets rally following Democratic victories in midterm elections

Updated 2026-11-05 · told from many outlets at once

Democrats regained control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate in the midterm elections. Following these victories, the S&P 500 increased by more than 120 points, advancing 1.29 percent to 7,666.82.

Democrats regained control of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections
The S&P 500 advanced 1.29 percent to 7,666.82.

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